08/17/2026
One last Alumni for our Alumni series! We hope everyone’s excited for our 2026 season to start!
1. What does Norwalk Rugby mean to you?
Norwalk Rugby was a huge part of my high school experience. It gave me some of my favorite memories, some really great friends, and probably way too many bruises 😂. More than anything, it taught me how important teamwork, communication, and having your teammates’ backs really are.
2. Favorite part of being on the teams
My favorite part was definitely the people. There’s something special about being part of a team where everyone works together and pushes each other to be better. Some of my favorite high school memories came from practices, games, tournaments, and just spending time with my teammates.
3. Where has rugby taken you after high school?
I’m currently in college pursuing a path in pre-med and studying to become an EMT. While I’m not playing rugby anymore, I think a lot of the skills I learned through rugby—staying calm under pressure, working as a team, communicating, and looking out for the people around me—fit perfectly with what I want to do in healthcare.
4. Why should someone join Norwalk Rugby?
Because where else can you make some of your best friends, learn how to tackle people legally, and somehow convince yourself that getting muddy on a Monday is a good idea? 😂 Rugby is one of those sports where you don’t have to be the biggest, fastest, or most athletic person to have a place on the team. You’ll get challenged, you’ll probably get a few bruises, but you’ll have a team behind you and make some memories you’ll never forget.
